Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to learn a new platform or dashboard?
No. Margin Reactor is designed to be “delivered, not displayed.” You receive your Weekly Margin Playbook by email or text.

What data do you use?
We use the inputs that drive restaurant margin: POS sales reports (mix and velocity), ingredient costs, vendor/distributor pricing, and market/competitor signals. The goal is simple—tie what’s happening right now to specific actions you can take.

Do I need to integrate my POS?
Not necessarily. We can start with exports/reports and move to deeper connections when you’re ready. The priority is speed and simplicity. For a complete hands-off experience, we integrate with most major POS systems.

Do I need to integrate with my distributor's order entry system?
No, you do not.  Simply upload your order guide each week and let our AI model go to work. We're chasing simplicity.

How often do I get the playbook?
Most operators run it weekly. If your costs swing quickly, you can add a mid-week check-in or text alerts for key changes.

What does the playbook actually include?
A short list of +/-10 actions, ranked by profit impact. Each item includes: what to do, why it matters, estimated profit margin impact, and the exact next step (price change, adjust portion, promo, etc.).

What kinds of actions will it recommend?
Common wins include slight menu price adjustments when your costs move, plate-cost drift fixes, higher-margin swaps, promo ideas, vendor optimization, and mix improvements (bundles/add-ons) based on what’s selling.

How long does it take each week?
About 10–15 minutes to review and choose the top actions. Execution is straightforward because the “next step” is spelled out.

Is this for single-location or multi-unit groups?
Both. For multi-unit, we can highlight location-level outliers so you can focus on where margin is drifting first.

Will this change my menu or concept?
No. Margin Reactor is about protecting profitability while maintaining quality. We prioritize actions that are practical and brand-safe.

How do you estimate dollar impact?
We use your recent sales mix and cost changes to estimate upside or loss avoided. It’s designed to help you prioritize fast—then you validate and execute.